Isle of Man 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Triskelion on map Gold Proof (1981–1983)
Circulating version: 1981 Isle of Man 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Triskelion on map
| Country | Isle of Man |
| Year | 1981–1983 |
| Denomination | 5 Pounds |
| Face value | £5 |
| Mintage | 1,000 |
| Mint | Pobjoy Mint · Tadworth |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Composition | Gold (.917) (917/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 39.840g · 1.1746 t oz |
| Diameter | 36.1mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Alternating plain and reeded sections (3 each) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Obv. artist | Arnold Machin |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Tags | commemorative |
Right facing uncouped bust of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing the " Girls of Great Britain and Ireland " Tiara, legend around, date below
ELIZABETH THE SECOND PM · 1981 ·
Triskeles on top of map (with fleur-de-lis on left, top, right). Lettering across top, value below
ISLE OF MAN · FIVE POUNDS ·
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The 1981 Isle of Man 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Triskelion on map – Gold Proof is a collector 5 pounds coin issued from 1981 to 1983, struck in 91.7% gold. It weighs 39.84g and measures 36.1mm across. Reverse design: Triskeles on top of map (with fleur-de-lis on left, top, right). Lettering across top, value below.
1,000 were struck.
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How much is the 1981 Isle of Man 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Triskelion on map – Gold Proof worth?
No verified sale of the 1981 Isle of Man 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Triskelion on map – Gold Proof has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £3,671 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1981 Isle of Man 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Triskelion on map – Gold Proof different from the circulating coin?
This is a collector version of the 1981 Isle of Man 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Triskelion on map, not the coin found in change. At 39.84g of 91.7% gold it is heavier than the 20g base circulating coin, so weighing it is the quickest check.
How do I identify the 1981 Isle of Man 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Triskelion on map – Gold Proof?
Check the weight 39.84g and diameter 36.1mm and the metal (91.7% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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